Essentials

Bank/ATM

Banco Nacional. 50 m north of Catholic church, and 50 m east of first corner, next to Orchid Garden, Santa Elena, Puntarenas, 60109. 2645--5610.

Medical Clinic

Clínica Monteverde. 150 m south of soccer field, Santa Elena, Puntarenas, 60109. 2645--5076.

Pharmacy

Farmacia Vitosi. Across from Chamber of Tourism, Santa Elena, Puntarenas, 60109. 2645–5004.

Post Office

Correos. 50 m south of Herpetarium Adventures Monteverde, Santa Elena, Puntarenas, 60109. 2202–2900.

Tourist Information

Chamber of Tourism Monteverde. Across from Súper Compro supermarket, Santa Elena, Puntarenas, 60109. 2645–6565; www.exploremonteverde.com. Daily 9–7.